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3 private bedrooms
3 private bathrooms
Waterfront w/ beautiful views and six new Polywood Adirondack chairs at water's edge
Large deck w/new Polywood dining table for six
Screen porch
BBQ grill
New Dock
New kitchen appliances including dishwasher
WIFI
Cable TV in family room as well as all 3 bedrooms
Central heat
Walking distance to island lobster co op
Great location 1 mile from Westport Island Bridge
Over 40 *5 star* reviews
Kayak rentals on site
Stay at your own private, comfortable, quiet waterfront cottage- Water's Edge Retreat-on Westport Island and enjoy your own private getaway nestled in the woods with beautiful water views from nearly every room! Perfect for a romantic getaway, couples traveling together, and family vacations. The cottage offers both private and common areas to enjoy.
The six Adirondack chairs at water's edge are a perfect retreat for morning coffee or an afternoon beverage. The private dock with mooring is great for kayaking and boating on the Sheepscot and Back Rivers. Enjoy the serenity of watching working lobster boats, bald eagles, low-flying osprey, harbor seals on the incredible Sheepscot River. Play yard/board games or just relax on the deck, screen porch, & hammock.
Cable TV in every bedroom and family room as well as WIFI throughout the property.
You will enjoy a very private 1st floor Captain's Quarters-Master Bedroom w/ a high quality king bed, private bath w/ newer stall shower, flat screen TV, and serene water views.
The First Mate's private suite on the 1st floor is at the opposite end of cottage and has been recently remodeled in a Maine sea glass decor. It features a queen bed, private newly remodeled full bath, flat screen TV, and custom made built-in bookshelves stocked with a variety of good reads.
The Crew's Quarters encompasses the entire second floor and features a large room with two twin beds, private full bath, flat screen TV, small balcony and is decorated in a nautical theme.
The family room has a comfortable sectional sofa, chair with ottoman, flat screen TV, DVD, and surround water views.
The large dining room leads to the wrap around deck also with beautiful water views. On the deck is a great teak dining set with seating for 6 and has an umbrella for sunny days.
The kitchen is nicely appointed with a new gas convection oven, refrigerator with ice maker, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, two lobster pots, two coffee makers (Keurig and 10-cup Mr. Coffee), blender, quality pots and pans, wine glasses, lobster platters and more. There is an additional breakfast table for 4 and screen porch facing the water.
New 2017 - a Char Griller Duo Propane/Charcoal grill... offering our guests the choice of either gas grilling or charcoal grilling.
Ask about our daily and weekly kayak rentals. Low prices.
For our early and late season guest rentals the cottage has central heat and high quality Andersen windows so if it's chilly outside it's toasty warm inside. Especially perfect for fall foliage and Thanksgiving holiday getaways.
Easy access on and off the island by bridge. The cottage is not too far down the island so only a few minutes off and on and the perfect location for exploring the Midcoast area from Freeport to Boothbay to Camden and beyond.
We provide two propane tanks for the gas BBQ grill so you never run out and a 'starter package' of paper towels, toilet paper, bath soap, and more. Newer linens for bed and bath, down comforters, beach chairs and towels, coolers, picnic basket, wine glasses, cork screw, lobster pot steamer and crackers, blender, quality pots and pans, numerous books, indoor and outdoor games and puzzles.
Westport Island with its central Mid Coast location is the perfect base camp to enjoy all the Mid Coast has to offer. Start your vacation off right and schedule an appointment with Westport Island's own "traveling massage therapist". No need to leave the Island to get your lobsters, just a 5- minute lobster crawl away is the North End Lobster Coop where you can chat with the local lobstermen and buy the day's catch right off the dock! Head down island (by car or bike) and get back to nature for a walk along the Back River walking trail.
Choose from two fantastic beaches, both under a 30-minute drive- Reid State Park and Popham Beach.
Wonderful Wiscasset (the Prettiest Village in Maine) is a 10 minute drive and home to the famous Red’s Eats (AWESOME LOBSTER ROLLS), a plethora of antique stores, and Monkey C Monkey Do Zip Line for kids of all ages.
Freeport/L.L. Bean, located 35 minutes away, offers outlet malls and free weekend concerts as well as a variety of restaurants.
Historic Bath, a shipbuilding town and home to Bath Iron Works, is about 15 minutes away. Front street offers numerous shops, including “Made in Maine”, restaurants and the Maine Maritime Museum. A great walking town to enjoy century old architecture.
For coastal and nautical excursions, dining and shopping, head to scenic Boothbay Harbor or Camden for whale watching, deep sea fishing, sailing excursions and numerous shops/galleries and restaurants. Boothbay is also home to the Maine Botanical Gardens.
Maine is touted to have more festivals than any other state. Listed below are some of the most popular. For a complete listing, go to http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/march.php
MAY
Bath Mayfair, Bath
Spring Festival-Wolfe’s Neck Farm, Freeport
JUNE
Windjammer Days, Boothbay
Greek Festival, Portland
Great Gardiner River Festival, Gardiner
JULY
Numerous Independence Day Celebrations, Everywhere!
North Atlantic Blues Festival, Rockland
Yarmouth Clam Festival, Yarmouth
Maine Brewers’ Guild Summer Festival, Portland
Bath Heritage Days, Bath
Yarmouth Clam Festival, Yarmouth
AUGUST
Maine Lobster Festival, Rockland
7-City Traveling Beer Festival, Portland
Raggae Fest, Portland
Damariscotta Pirate Rendezvous, Damariscotta
SEPTEMBER
Windjammer Festival, Camden
Boothbay Harbor Fest, Boothbay Harbor
Great State of Maine Air Show, Brunswick
Common Ground Country Fair, Unity
OCTOBER
Cumberland County Fair, Cumberland
Fryeburg Fair, Fryeburg
Damariscotta Pumpkinfest and Regatta, Damariscotta, ME
Fall Foliage Festival, Boothbay Harbor
Freeport Fall Festival, Freeport
NOVEMBER
Camden Festival of Lights, Camden
Brunswick Tree Lighting Festival and Santa Visit, Brunswick
Bath Old Fashioned Christmas Festival, Bath
Gardiner Days of Light, Gardiner
Have a special request? Just ask, we make every effort to accommodate our guests whenever we can.
WE MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO RESPOND TO EMAIL WEB INQUIRIES WITHIN AN HOUR.

Beautiful Waterfront Location- 3 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths, Sleeps 6

Waterfront w/ beautiful views and six new Polywood Adirondack chairs at water's edge

Large deck w/new Polywood dining table for six

Screen porch

BBQ grill

New Dock

New kitchen appliances including dishwasher

WIFI

Cable TV in family room as well as all 3 bedrooms

Central heat

Walking distance to island lobster co op

Great location 1 mile from Westport Island Bridge

Over 40 *5 star* reviews

Kayak rentals on site

Stay at your own private, comfortable, quiet waterfront cottage- Water's Edge Retreat-on Westport Island and enjoy your own private getaway nestled in the woods with beautiful water views from nearly every room! Perfect for a romantic getaway, couples traveling together, and family vacations. The cottage offers both private and common areas to enjoy.

The six Adirondack chairs at water's edge are a perfect retreat for morning coffee or an afternoon beverage. The private dock with mooring is great for kayaking and boating on the Sheepscot and Back Rivers. Enjoy the serenity of watching working lobster boats, bald eagles, low-flying osprey, harbor seals on the incredible Sheepscot River. Play yard/board games or just relax on the deck, screen porch, & hammock.

Cable TV in every bedroom and family room as well as WIFI throughout the property.

You will enjoy a very private 1st floor Captain's Quarters-Master Bedroom w/ a high quality king bed, private bath w/ newer stall shower, flat screen TV, and serene water views.

The First Mate's private suite on the 1st floor is at the opposite end of cottage and has been recently remodeled in a Maine sea glass decor. It features a queen bed, private newly remodeled full bath, flat screen TV, and custom made built-in bookshelves stocked with a variety of good reads.

The Crew's Quarters encompasses the entire second floor and features a large room with two twin beds, private full bath, flat screen TV, small balcony and is decorated in a nautical theme.

The family room has a comfortable sectional sofa, chair with ottoman, flat screen TV, DVD, and surround water views.

The large dining room leads to the wrap around deck also with beautiful water views. On the deck is a great teak dining set with seating for 6 and has an umbrella for sunny days.

The kitchen is nicely appointed with a new gas convection oven, refrigerator with ice maker, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, two lobster pots, two coffee makers (Keurig and 10-cup Mr. Coffee), blender, quality pots and pans, wine glasses, lobster platters and more. There is an additional breakfast table for 4 and screen porch facing the water.

For our early and late season guest rentals the cottage has central heat and high quality Andersen windows so if it's chilly outside it's toasty warm inside. Especially perfect for fall foliage and Thanksgiving holiday getaways.

Easy access on and off the island by bridge. The cottage is not too far down the island so only a few minutes off and on and the perfect location for exploring the Midcoast area from Freeport to Boothbay to Camden and beyond.

We provide two propane tanks for the gas BBQ grill so you never run out and a 'starter package' of paper towels, toilet paper, bath soap, and more. Newer linens for bed and bath, down comforters, beach chairs and towels, coolers, picnic basket, wine glasses, cork screw, lobster pot steamer and crackers, blender, quality pots and pans, numerous books, indoor and outdoor games and puzzles.

Westport Island with its central Mid Coast location is the perfect base camp to enjoy all the Mid Coast has to offer. Start your vacation off right and schedule an appointment with Westport Island's own "traveling massage therapist". No need to leave the Island to get your lobsters, just a 5- minute lobster crawl away is the North End Lobster Coop where you can chat with the local lobstermen and buy the day's catch right off the dock! Head down island (by car or bike) and get back to nature for a walk along the Back River walking trail.

Choose from two fantastic beaches, both under a 30-minute drive- Reid State Park and Popham Beach.

Wonderful Wiscasset (the Prettiest Village in Maine) is a 10 minute drive and home to the famous Red’s Eats (AWESOME LOBSTER ROLLS), a plethora of antique stores, and Monkey C Monkey Do Zip Line for kids of all ages.

Freeport/L.L. Bean, located 35 minutes away, offers outlet malls and free weekend concerts as well as a variety of restaurants.

Historic Bath, a shipbuilding town and home to Bath Iron Works, is about 15 minutes away. Front street offers numerous shops, including “Made in Maine”, restaurants and the Maine Maritime Museum. A great walking town to enjoy century old architecture.

For coastal and nautical excursions, dining and shopping, head to scenic Boothbay Harbor or Camden for whale watching, deep sea fishing, sailing excursions and numerous shops/galleries and restaurants. Boothbay is also home to the Maine Botanical Gardens.

Maine is touted to have more festivals than any other state. Listed below are some of the most popular. For a complete listing, go to http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/march.php

MAY

Bath Mayfair, Bath

Spring Festival-Wolfe’s Neck Farm, Freeport

JUNE

Windjammer Days, Boothbay

Greek Festival, Portland

Great Gardiner River Festival, Gardiner

JULY

Numerous Independence Day Celebrations, Everywhere!

North Atlantic Blues Festival, Rockland

Yarmouth Clam Festival, Yarmouth

Maine Brewers’ Guild Summer Festival, Portland

Bath Heritage Days, Bath

Yarmouth Clam Festival, Yarmouth

AUGUST

Maine Lobster Festival, Rockland

7-City Traveling Beer Festival, Portland

Raggae Fest, Portland

Damariscotta Pirate Rendezvous, Damariscotta

SEPTEMBER

Windjammer Festival, Camden

Boothbay Harbor Fest, Boothbay Harbor

Great State of Maine Air Show, Brunswick

Common Ground Country Fair, Unity

OCTOBER

Cumberland County Fair, Cumberland

Fryeburg Fair, Fryeburg

Damariscotta Pumpkinfest and Regatta, Damariscotta, ME

Fall Foliage Festival, Boothbay Harbor

Freeport Fall Festival, Freeport

NOVEMBER

Camden Festival of Lights, Camden

Brunswick Tree Lighting Festival and Santa Visit, Brunswick

Bath Old Fashioned Christmas Festival, Bath

Gardiner Days of Light, Gardiner

Have a special request? Just ask, we make every effort to accommodate our guests whenever we can.

WE MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO RESPOND TO EMAIL WEB INQUIRIES WITHIN AN HOUR.

Guestbook comments from the owner

Just wanted to say we really enjoyed your cottage and we could not have asked for better weather. We knew that week was risky and might have been cold when we booked it, so we were really appreciative of the great weather. Our vacation was very enjoyable and restful. Thanks for all the helpful info you provided. We are happy that you choose to rent out your cottage. We also enjoyed meeting Sandy as she was arriving just as we were leaving.

Map

Nearest Airport

50
Miles

Portland

Nearest Motorway

3
Miles

Route 1 and 144

Car: recommended

WESTPORT ISLAND: The island was settled in the 1700’s. Originally part of the town of Edgecomb and known as Jeremisquam, Westport was incorporated as a separate town in 1828. Island history includes colonization dating to the 1600’s, and a role in the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, and the Civil War. There are more than 70 cemeteries dotting the Island and numerous private structures with historical significance. The history is a source of pride, and an attraction for geneaologists and historic preservationists. Westport Island is accessible via a bridge opened in 1972 connecting to the Town of Wiscasset. It’s an 11-mile island, covering an area of approximately 25 square miles, surrounded by the Sheepscot and Back Rivers. It is a self-contained neighborhood of sorts, because there is little reason for those who do not live, summer or vacation on the Island to visit. There are few businesses, no fast food restaurants or chain stores. For the most part, development has let the Island be. State Highway Rte. 144, the main road, snakes along the rocky spine of the island. Trees border much of the road, giving only occasional hints of the tidal rivers and coves that give the Island its natural beauty. The road itself is the only ingress and egress to the Island. As a “dead end” without views of the island’s surrounding waters, the Main Road effectively contributes to the quiet and serenity — even when State Rte. 1 is brimming with non-stop summer traffic and noise a few miles away. Being off the beaten track makes the Island a home for those who value privacy and for those who want to be a part of a small community with qualities of a simpler time.

Beyond its historical attractions — the North End Lobster Co-op, a handful of hiking preserves, the Historic Squire Tarbox Inn, and the newly opened public boat ramp are the most common reasons for visitors to venture onto the Island.

This cottage has a great spot on the Island being only a few miles from the bridge and walking distance to one nature preserve and the North End Lobster Co-op. While there are an abundance of things to do within a short drive many guests choose to spend much of their time at the cottage enjoying the serenity. If you go off island, you can enjoy area restaurants including a huge lobster roll at Red’s Eats (Voted Best Lobster Rolls time and time again-Google it), Sprague's Lobster, Cook's (voted best seafood)-more. Great sandy beaches and swimming at our state parks w/in a 30-minute drive (Reid State Park and Popham State Park-fee charged), museums, and Mid coast sightseeing. A short drive to Boothbay Harbor, Camden and LLBean, Freeport Outlets! Midcoast Maine offers many festivals, gatherings, harbor seal watches, water adventures, craft fairs, sailing & fishing charters, more.

The Captain's Quarters (master bedroom) is located on the FIRST floor and is private from the rest of the cottage. It is a larger room with a cherry four-poster bed, king-size premium mattress, ceiling fan, great water views, large private bathroom (stall shower), full size washer/dryer, 2 dressers and closet. ~ At the other end of the cottage is the First Mate's Suite which is also on the first floor. The suite is newly redecorated with sea glass colors and is bright and cheery. It has a queen mattress, built in bookcases, ceiling fan, dresser, closet and a private, newly remodeled bathroom with shower/tub combo. ~The Crews Quarters encompasses the entire second floor with twin beds, ceiling fan, dresser, two closets, a private bathroom with shower/tub combination, a small balcony with a view of the waterfront and in the distance the village of Wiscasset (beautiful at night). All bedrooms offer excellent privacy, comfort and convenience.

Entertainment:

Audio Tape Player

Books ...

books - fiction/non-fiction

books - kids

CD Player

DVD Player

Games ...

games - kids

Radio

Satellite / Cable ...

Stereo

Television ...

Video Library ...

Outside:

Balcony

Barbecue

deck chairs

Beach Towels

Binoculars

Boat Dock

Kayak / Canoe ...

Large Cooler

Outdoor Grill

Outdoor Grill Gas

patio

conservatory

Small Cooler

Terrace

veranda

wooden decking

6 garden chairs

6 beach chairs

Suitability:

long term rentals available

wheelchair inaccessible

Attractions:

autumn foliage

botanical garden

churches

cinemas

laundrette - not serviced

library

live theatre

museums

recreation centre

restaurants

winery tours

Leisure Activities:

antique hunting

beachcombing

bird watching

eco tourism

outlet shopping

scenic drives

sight seeing

walking

whale watching

Local Services & Businesses:

ATM/bank

fitness centre

groceries

Sports & Adventure Activities:

cycling

deepsea fishing

fishing

fly fishing

freshwater fishing

hiking

hunting

sailing

diving

swimming

wind-surfing

Notes:

This cottage is ideal as it suits all types of guests (couples, families, friends). There is both privacy and areas to gather and socialize both inside and out. All bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms, comfortable beds, beddings and linens. Water views are abundant from most rooms and the beautiful Sheepscot River is just steps from the wrap around porch. Whether you like lawn games, board games, fishing, kayaking, family BBQs, or just simply lounging in the hammock or Adirondack chair with a good book, Water's Edge can accommodate your style. Bring your own kayak and rent one near-by and tie up to your private dock. Visit the island's lobster co-op (just down the road) and buy today's catch off the dock. Get a permit at the town hall and harvest your own clams to go with your lobster! Take a walk in one of two of the island's nature preserves.

A Great, Peaceful Spot

This was our third year at Waters Edge. We love this place and will continue to come back in the future. It is always neat, clean, and very well kept. The owners pay a lot of attention to detail and work hard to make sure that the house has everything that you need for a great time, regardless of the weather. Every year, they have something new that makes things even better. On our first weekend, we have a great cookout where family comes up and enjoys the property with us. The week following is 'quiet time', with lots of reading, puzzle making, and snoozing. The dock is great for kayaking and I even took a swim, this year. The lobster co-op down the road is great. This year we picked up a dozen lobsters and made a huge lobster stew. The area is great and everything is convenient (close, but far enough away). I don't think that rental property gets any better than this.

Review Submitted: Aug 17, 2009

Date of Stay: Jul 2009

Source: HomeAway

Owner's Response: Thanks Joe and Sandy.... you are always marvelous guests.... looking forward to having you back again next year.

The perfect getaway!

This is truly a special spot. Private, serene, and so relaxing. Connie was great to work with and very quick to respond to any questions we had prior to our arrival. The fact that they allow dogs was a total bonus. Six of us stayed. It was great all around. The location, the quality of furnishings, and the fact that every bedroom had a private bath. We hope to return again next year. It doesn't get much better than this!

Perfect Maine Home!

We rented this lovely home for a week in mid-May. We couldn't have asked for a nicer house at a reasonable value. It is spacious, clean, and the views from every room are incredible. It was great having a washer and dryer in the master bathroom. Each bedroom has a private full bath. Huge windows give great views of the water. The house is equipped with all the essentials, and then some. We went canoeing from the private dock. The owners were great to communicate with. There are puzzles, games, horseshoe pit, and lots of books to read. Location is great, between Bath and Boothbay, and not far from Freeport and Portland. Highly recommend this home, but please leave a week for us.

Beautiful and Private Retreat

We had a wonderful stay at Waters Edge with our 2 dogs. This was our first visit to this particular area and found that the house was centrally located for lots of activities. We went to the lobster co-op several times for dinner as well as visiting Boothbay Harbor and Reid State Park. The house is beautiful with everything you could need. It's obvious the owner's take great pride in their home. We enjoyed the fireplaces since the evenings were a bit chilly at the end of September. It's such a lovely home in a spectacular setting overlooking the river. We saw a bald eagle on numerous occasions while in the yard, and it's so nice to be able to take our dogs along with us on vacation. Can't say enough good things. Loved our stay!

Beautiful retreat

This was my third year at Water's Edge and will be going back for a fourth! You will want for nothing at this beautiful home. The owners have thought of everything to make your stay perfect. We visited Southport Island and feasted on the wharf at Robinson's 4 times in 2 weeks! We had friends visit for a weekend and they had a ball! I love it!